In preparation for the end of production, Buick eliminates the turbocharged engine option, which transformed this little entry-luxury car into a rocket. (Fun fact: It was offered with a manual transmission, too!) That leaves a 180-horsepower, 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine as the only power plant for 2017.

A handful of other modifications are also made for the abbreviated run of 2017 Verano models.

Changes to the 2017 Buick Verano:

Turbocharged engine dropped

OnStar Guidance plan trial period reduced from six months to three months

Reduced number of trim levels and paint colors

Out of production by end of calendar year 2016

What We Think

Find yourself a leftover 2016 on the dealer’s lot, preferably with the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, drive a hard bargain, and enjoy what is a surprisingly satisfying little car aside from its cramped rear seat.